Julian ‘Ju Ju’ Lewis and Shedeur Sanders may have never crossed paths before, but their paths have been intertwined for quite some time now. These two young quarterbacks share a surprising connection in the world of football. Not only did they both lead the Colorado Buffaloes as quarterbacks, but they have also faced struggles in their respective roles in the year 2025. And now, with the addition of Todd Monken as the new head coach of the Cleveland Browns, yet another common factor has been added to their shared journey.
It all began at the University of Colorado, where Julian Lewis was the starting quarterback for the Buffaloes. Just a year later, Shedeur Sanders would take over the reins as the new quarterback and continue the legacy. But little did they know, their paths were about to merge in the most unexpected way.
Fast forward to 2025, Julian and Shedeur both found themselves struggling as quarterbacks for their respective teams. Julian was playing for the Arizona Cardinals, while Shedeur was with the Detroit Lions. Despite their struggles, they never lost hope and continued to work hard to prove themselves on the field.
And now, with the arrival of Todd Monken as the new head coach of the Cleveland Browns, the two quarterbacks find themselves connected once again. Monken, who was the offensive coordinator for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2025, had to face both Julian and Shedeur as opponents. But little did he know that his paths would cross with these two quarterbacks once again.
Monken has a reputation for being an offensive genius, and his record proves it. He has worked with some of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, including Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers. And now, Monken has set his sights on turning around the offense of the Cleveland Browns. With the addition of Julian and Shedeur to the team, Monken has a chance to work his magic and help these two young quarterbacks reach their full potential.
For Julian and Shedeur, the arrival of Monken brings a sense of familiarity and hope. Having played against him in the past, they know what Monken is capable of, and they are excited to learn from him. In an interview, Julian mentioned, “I remember playing against Monken’s offense, and it was always a challenge. But now, I am looking forward to being a part of that offense and learning from him.”
Shedeur echoed Julian’s sentiments, saying, “Monken’s offense was always a headache to play against, but now I have the opportunity to be a part of it. I am eager to see what he can do with me and the rest of the team.”
But Monken’s arrival is not just about football for these two quarterbacks. It also brings back memories of their past encounter with him. Shedeur shared a memory of playing against Monken’s team in college, where he was in awe of the offensive plays that Monken would call.
“I remember playing against Monken’s team in college, and every time they lined up for a play, I would think, ‘how did he come up with that?’ He is a brilliant mind, and I am excited to see what he has in store for us,” Shedeur said.
The unexpected connection between Julian and Shedeur also brings a sense of camaraderie between the two. They have both faced struggles in their careers, and now they have each other to lean on for support and motivation.
With Monken’s arrival, the Cleveland Browns are looking to turn their fortunes around and make a mark in the NFL. And for Julian and Shedeur, it is a chance to showcase their talents and prove themselves as successful quarterbacks.
As the two young quarterbacks embark on this new journey with Monken, they are reminded of their past struggles and how far they have come. And with Monken by their side, they are confident that their shared connection will only lead to success and a bright future ahead.
In the world of football, it is not just about the game on the field, but also the unexpected connections and relationships that form off of it. For Julian ‘Ju Ju’ Lewis and Shedeur Sanders, their shared connection with Todd Monken has brought them closer together and given them a renewed sense of determination and motivation. And with Monken’s expertise, the sky’s the limit for these two young quarterbacks, as they look to make their mark in the NFL with the Cleveland Browns.
